Alberta Justice 'concerned' with Legal Aid decision to ask for prepayments

The Alberta government is voicing concern over a recent decision by Legal Aid Alberta to ask clients for prepayments.
“I have asked Legal Aid Alberta to put a hold on this process until I can meet with them to discuss the implications, financial and otherwise,” said Justice Minister Kathleen Ganley in a statement Tuesday.
Legal Aid Alberta outlined its plan in an email last Thursday — potential clients would be asked for an up-front deposit between $25 and $150 before being ass